Is a Commercial Vehicle Still Considered Commercial After Transfer?
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Whether the operating permit of a commercial vehicle is transferred or canceled after sale depends on the intended use by the buyer. There are two scenarios: Converted to a Private Vehicle: The vehicle will still be subject to the 8-year scrappage period for commercial vehicles. After conversion, compulsory traffic insurance is required, and an annual inspection is mandatory. The first step is to obtain a certificate from the transportation authority, then change the vehicle's usage type at the vehicle management office, followed by canceling the operating permit at the transportation authority. Once canceled, the vehicle can no longer be used for commercial purposes. The annual inspection of the driving license will proceed under normal procedures, and the scrappage period remains unchanged. Important Notes: When a vehicle is transferred from one city to another, changing its registration to a different vehicle management authority is referred to as a transfer of registration. This process requires changing the license plate and driving license and involves procedures at both the original and new vehicle management authorities, including transfer-out and transfer-in procedures. Basic Process: File check at the vehicle management office, criminal investigation, business verification, receiving the driving license acceptance receipt, obtaining the original driving license, transfer of purchase tax, and insurance renaming. Completing the transfer of a used vehicle legally ensures the transfer of ownership and guarantees the legality of the vehicle's origin, such as avoiding purchasing smuggled or stolen vehicles. It also clarifies the division of responsibilities between the buyer and seller regarding the vehicle, such as debt disputes and traffic violations, protecting the legal rights of both parties. Requirements include a legal source and documentation, no outstanding bank liens or court seizure records, no unresolved traffic violations or accident records, no outstanding fee arrears, and all necessary documents must be complete. Continuing Commercial Use: The operating permit should be transferred because the commercial vehicle's ownership changes upon sale, necessitating the transfer of the operating permit.